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In the autumn of West Lake in Hangzhou, the lake and mountains blend with the autumn mood. Standing by the lake or at the foot of the mountain, people can feel the harmony of tranquility and nature. Today, let's follow Xi Rong to take a look, if you like it, collect it. ➤Introduction to West Lake Scenic Area Located in the west of Hangzhou city, the scenic area is divided into Lakefront Area, Lake Heart Area, North Mountain Area, South Mountain Area and Qiantang Area. The beautiful lake and mountain scenery and numerous famous historical sites are well-known at home and abroad. The mountains in the scenic area are all less than 400 meters high, surrounding the south, west, and north sides of West Lake. The mountains are surrounded by strange peaks and beautiful stones, beautiful forests and springs, and a comprehensive scenic area that integrates gardens, temples, and ancient buildings. It is not only one of the most famous attractions in Hangzhou, but also one of China's famous classical gardens. It has been rated as one of the 'Top Ten Scenic Spots in the Country'. Autumn is the most beautiful season of West Lake, with clear lake water, red leaves all over the garden, like a colorful painting, known as 'paradise on earth'. West Lake is prosperous because of Hangzhou, and Hangzhou is named after West Lake. ➤Ten Scenes of West Lake Broken Bridge Remaining Snow, Leifeng Sunset, Pinghu Autumn Moon, Flower Harbor Watching Fish, Sudi Spring Dawn, Quyuan Wind Lotus, Nanping Evening Bell, Twin Peaks Piercing Clouds, Three Pools Mirroring the Moon, and Willow Waves Hearing Orioles, each with its own characteristics. ➤New Ten Scenes of West Lake Cloud Dwelling Bamboo Path, Gem Flowing Rosy Clouds, Full Ridge Osmanthus Rain, Tiger Running Dream Spring, Longjing Tea Inquiry, Nine Creeks Smoke Trees, Wushan Sky Wind, Ruan Dun Ring Jade, Yellow Dragon Spitting Green, Jade Emperor Flying Clouds, each scene is charming. ➤Best Travel Time: Spring and Autumn are the most beautiful seasons. ☛Spring: The peach blossoms, cherry blossoms, and azaleas around West Lake are in full bloom, forming a sea of flowers. ☛Autumn: The lakeside scenery is colorful, the lake is sparkling, and it has a unique flavor. The surrounding mountains are also decorated with red and yellow leaves, which are poetic and picturesque. ➤Best Autumn Viewing Time: Mid-October ~ Late November. ➤Lake Tour Route Starting from the Broken Bridge, you can tour along the lakeshore, passing famous attractions such as Leifeng Tower and Three Pools Mirroring the Moon. The whole journey takes about 3~4 hours. ➤Ways to Play Walking, cycling, and boating are all good choices. ➤Scenic Area Level: AAAAA. ➤Address: Longjing Road, West Lake District, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province. ➤Delicious Food Traditional famous dishes include West Lake vinegar fish, West Lake beef soup loved by ordinary Zhejiang people for 800 years, and Longjing shrimp, which is refreshing and appetizing after eating, and has an endless aftertaste. ➤Accommodation Choose hotels or homestays near the subway line, which is convenient for travel. It is recommended to choose Home Inn Boutique Hotel, which has good environment and service, and the price is also affordable. It takes only 10 minutes to walk to the West Lake Scenic Area, and there are many places to eat nearby. ➤Transportation Hangzhou Station: It only takes 10 minutes to take a taxi from the train station to West Lake. Hangzhou East Station: Mainly high-speed trains, close to West Lake. Hangzhou South Station: Although it is far from the city, there is a direct subway. ➤Tips ❶The temperature difference between morning and evening is large, prepare warm clothes and wear comfortable shoes. ❷Autumn is dry, take sun protection and moisturizing measures. ❣️I hope this guide is useful to you!
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Posted: Dec 11, 2023
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